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Meet Gordon Hammond Oncore Seniors Society Gordon Hammond is Oncore Senior Society's current vice-chair and has worked in the insurance industry for over 35 years. In 1988 he relocated to Kamloops, B.C. from Auckland, New Zealand and commenced his career with a local brokerage, Martin McDermid & Frost Insurance Services Ltd. In 1998 the brokerage, together with 11 other Insurance Brokerages across Canada, became the publicly traded company, Hub International. Today, Hub is the largest Brokerage in North America and ninth in the world. Hammond has focused
Gordon Hammond, Vice-chair, Oncore Seniors Society his attention on the needs of commercial business. This primarily includes equestrian facilities, fitness/health facilities, strata/senior facilities and managing Hub’s business unit. Married for 24 years, Hammond and his wife have two daughters. Their eldest daughter is a part-time care aide for Interior Health and is in school working to become a registered nurse. Their younger daughter has an administrative degree and medical office assistant diploma and has been working
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Love that lasted a lifetime By Jessica Messerer-Trosin
A chance meeting brought together two members of the Canadian Air Force — one originally from Victoria and the other from Winnipeg — for almost three-quarters of a century. Nora and Norm Morrison met the Christmas Eve of 1943. They were both at a bar in Haringey, England. Nora was there with a date and planning to attend a dance that night. She was also with another couple, who happened to know Norm. Once Nora and Norm started talking, Nora's plans changed. “Next thing I know I’m out the door to the dance hall with Norm,” she explained. A new romance blossomed. Because Norm was an officer and Nora was an “air woman,” they weren’t allowed to be seen together, so they had to keep their dates secret. “We had quite the time of it, trying to put the odd civy clothes on or what have you,” she said. Mo – as Norm was nicknamed overseas – and
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Nora and Norm pose for a photo during their 70th wedding anniversary party. After meeting overseas during the war effort, Nora and Norm dated in secret, fell in love, raised their family and eventually settled in Kamloops. Nora were married June 16, 1944, with about 300 people in attendance. Because of the blackout at that time, they had to be married by 6 p.m. Even if it was five minutes too late, it wouldn’t have been considered legal. The happy couple even had a three-tiered
wedding cake, which was a luxury at the time. “There were none in England during the war. Everything was rationed. The girls from the mess(hall) for three months saved a weetablespoon full of flour, maybe a teaspoon full of raisins until they got
enough to make that. That was my wedding present from the girls,” Nora said. Because Nora was not yet 21 when she wanted to go overseas to join the war effort, she needed her father’s permission. “We were real good buddies,” she said of their relationship. He let her go.
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This day in history: November 11 the world. On this day in 1918, the Armistice — an agreement that would put an end to the First World War — was signed. On the eleventh hour of the eleventh day of the eleventh month, gunfire and warfare came to a halt. The four-year battle that had claimed the lives of thousands of Canadians and wounded over 170,000 more,
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It’s a significant day in history that some of us don’t give much thought. Maybe it’s an extra day off work or just another day of the week. Regardless, the poppy pinned to your jacket isn’t a decoration — it serves an important purpose. Nov. 11 is a historical date for Canada and other countries around
Board member since 2013 Continued from page 1 part time for Oncore, while she attends the BC College of Equine Therapy. Hammond’s wife works for BCAA where she has worked for 24 years. Hammond served on the board of directors for the Insurance Brokerage Association of British Columbia from 2008 to 2009 and has been with Oncore Seniors Society since 2013. He likes to spend time with his family and friends and in his spare
time he likes to run, bike and swim. Also, he has completed two Ironman Canada events and multiple marathons. Another one of his interests is helping his daughter, who competes in equestrian riding. Hammond enjoys being on the board of directors, as it gives him great pleasure to work with the other directors who all have the same desire and goal to help better the seniors of our community and other cities.
had ended — one of the deadliest conflicts in history. At the beginning of the First World War, soldiers were persuaded by feelings of patriotism to enlist. Upon arrival, many of them lasted only days — some just hours — before being killed. During the war, soldiers on the front line had to worry about more than just the enemy — they endured some of the harshest conditions in the trenches. The cold, wet trenches that were
often infested by rats, created an environment that enabled the spread of disease. Many soldiers fell ill and of the soldiers who were wounded in battle, many were forced to amputate injured limbs to prevent the spread of infection. These men and women dedicated their lives to our country and made unimaginable sacrifices to ensure the freedom and safety of future generations. Many of us will never know the hardships they faced, but
Nov. 11 is a day we can remember them. Not only does Nov. 11 commemorate the soldiers of the First World War, but it is a special day in which we remember all our veterans. We remember the ones we have lost and appreciate the service of those still with us. The poppy that we pin to our jacket each November was inspired as a symbol of remembrance through the poem, “In Flanders Fields,” written by John
McCrae, a Canadian doctor who treated soldiers on the Western Front. The poem makes reference to the poppies that grew over the graves of fallen soldiers during the First World War. This small token of remembrance is worn on the left side of our chest, over our hearts. Please show your respect to our past and present veterans by wearing a poppy over your heart and taking a moment of silence this November 11.
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It was pretty clear that most Kamloopsians actually wanted change, just as the rest of the country did in the federal election on Oct. 19. Voters here split their vote in a dramatic fashion and the result was the re-election of incumbent Cathy McLeod. She’ll go back to Ottawa as part of the official opposition rather than a member of governing party this time. Local results saw McLeod with 24,444 (35.15%) votes while NDP candidate Bill Kamloops-ThompsonSundhu snagged 21,400 Cariboo MP Cathy McLeod (30.78%) endorsements
2015 Remembrance Day Service at Riverside Park The public is invited to attend! 1045 AM 1050 AM 1058 AM 1059 AM 1100 AM 1102 AM 1104 AM
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and close rival Liberal Steve Powrie garnered 21,197 (30.48%). Green Party candidate Matt Greenwood came a distant fourth with 2,493 votes (3.59%). The best news in this frustrated result was that voter turnout was higher than usual at 75% of voters, another indication that voters were eager for change. Only 63% of voters in this riding went to the polls in the 2011 election. Prime Ministerdesignate Justin Trudeau has hinted at attempting to run a non-partisan, co-operative parliament which is remarkably refreshing following the last 10-years of divisiveness and secrecy generated by a fearful, xenophobic Stephen Harper. Time will tell how true to his intention Trudeau can remain. Promises to the senior crowd include returning the age of retirement to 65-years of age from the Conservative’s eventual 67. Other measures will include sitting down with the provinces and territories and re-establishing a national bi-lateral plan for health care as well as a universal PharmaCare program. Calls for a national approach to the rising tide in dementia and Alzheimer cases will no longer fall on deaf ears if Trudeau manages to sustain his open and responsive approach. Despite our local member of parliament not being a member of the governing party, Mr. Trudeau does come across as someone willing to listen to all voices, even those in opposition. Depending on who becomes the new leader of the Conservative party, there is a chance our local MP will be able to voice her constituents’ concerns rather than puppet her leader’s concerns to her constituents. Let’s hope the climate in Ottawa has indeed changed for the better. Trudeau has much work ahead to restore some of the things Canada has lost in the last decade and hopefully it will be a good thing for our senior population and their specific concerns. Sunny ways indeed.
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2015 Public Health FREE FLU Vaccination Clinics Flu shots are safe, effective, and free for the following: •
People 65 years and older and their caregivers/household contacts
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People of any age in residential care facilities
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Children & adults with chronic health conditions and their household contacts Children and adolescents (6 months to 18 years) with conditions treated for long periods of time with Acetylsalicylic Acid (ASA) and their household contacts Children and adults who are very obese (Adult BMI ≥ 40; Child BMI assessed as ≥95th percentile)
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All children 6-59 months of age
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Household contacts and caregivers of infants and children 0-59 months of age
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Pregnant women at any stage of pregnancy during the influenza season and their household contacts
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Visitors to health-care facilities and other patient care locations
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People who work with live poultry
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Health care and other care providers in facilities and community settings who are capable of transmitting influenza disease to those at high risk of influenza complications
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Individuals who provide care or service in potential outbreak settings housing high risk persons (e.g. crew on ships) People who provide essential community services (First Responders, Corrections Workers) Inmates of provincial correctional institutions
Please bring your Care Card to one of the following clinics: SOUTH KAMLOOPS @ Barriere Health Centre Calvary Community Church 1205 Rogers Way
Thursday,.October.29 Friday,.October.30. 10.am.–.5pm No appointment necessary
NORTH KAMLOOPS @ Kamloops Full Gospel Tabernacle 1550 Tranquille Road Thursday,.November.5. Friday,.November.6. 10.am.–.5pm No appointment necessary
Public Health 519 Columbia Street Ph: 250-851-7300 Friday,.November.13 Friday,.November.27 Friday,.December.4 Friday,.December.11 Friday,.January.8 By appointment only
KAMLOOPS FLU INFORMATION LINE 250-851-7359 ASHCROFT @ Ashcroft Community Hall 409 Bancroft Street Thursday,.November.5 9:30.am.–.3.pm
ASHCROFT FLU INFORMATION LINE 250-453-1942
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Kamloops.......250-851-7300 Ashcroft.........250-453-1942 Barriere..........250-672-5515 Chase.............250-679-1393 Clearwater......250-674-3141
Lillooet...........250-256-1314 Merritt....... 250-378-3400 100.Mile.House.250-395-7637 Williams.Lake..250-302-5000
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BARRIERE @ Barriere & District Senior Society Centre 4433 Barriere Town Road Friday,.November.6 9:30.am.–.3:30.pm Friday,.November.13 10:30.am.–.1:30.pm No appointment necessary Children requiring appointments call 250-672-5515
Family Flu Clinic Chase Public Health 825 Thompson Avenue Ph: 250-679-1393 Family Flu Clinic Tuesday,.November.10
Big Lake Community Hall By appointment only 4056 Lakeview Road CLEARWATER @ Tuesday,.November.10 Evergreen Acres 11.am.–.1.pm Senior’s Centre No appointment necessary 144 Evergreen Place BLUE RIVER @ Wednesday,.November.4 Blue River Health Centre 1:30.pm.–.2:30.pm 858 Main Street Monday,.November.9 1.pm.–.2:30.pm
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4537 Barriere Town Road Thursday,.November.19 10.am.–.1.pm
7592 Highway 24 Thursday,.November.12 10.am.-.12.pm
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BRIDGE LAKE FLU INFORMATION LINE 250-395-7637 CACHE CREEK @
Cache Creek Community Hall 1270 Stage Road Tuesday,.November.10 9:00.am.–.1:30.pm
No appointment necessary
Dr Helmcken Memorial Hospital 640 Park Drive Thursday,.November.5 9:30.am.–.3.pm Tuesday,.November.10 1.pm.–.5.pm
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No appointment necessary
LYTTON FLU INFORMATION LINE 250-453-1942 MERRITT @ Merritt Civic Centre 1950 Mamette Avenue Wednesday,.November.4 9.am.–.4.pm Wednesday,.November.18 10.am.–.5.pm No appointment necessary
Merritt Public Health 3451 Voght Street Ph: 250-378-3400 Wednesday,.December.2
Clinton Wellness Centre 1510 Cariboo Highway Monday,.November.9 10:30.am.–2:30.pm No appointment necessary
CLINTON FLU INFORMATION LINE 250-395-7637
CACHE CREEK FLU INFORMATION LINE 250-453-1942 CELISTA @
Chase Community Hall (Basement) 547 Shuswap Avenue Thursday,.November.5 Surnames.A.–.L Friday,.November.6 Surnames.M.–.Z 9:30.am.-.12.pm. 1:15.pm.–.3:30.pm
Spences Bridge Improvement District Building 4800 School Street Wednesday,.November.4 9.am.–.10.am
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Horsefly Seniors Centre at the Fire Hall 3055 Boswell Street Wednesday,.October.28 11.am.–.1.pm
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North Shuswap Community Hall 5456 Squilax Anglemont Road Wednesday,.November.4 10:30.am.–.2:30.pm.
LYTTON @
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LOGAN LAKE @ Logan Lake Fire Hall 1 Opal Drive Tuesday,.November.3 10.am.–.12:30.pm 1:15.pm.–.3.pm No appointment necessary Families with children welcome
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100 MILE HOUSE @ South Cariboo Health Centre Multi Purpose Room 555D Cedar Avenue Wednesday,.November.4 Thursday,.November.5 10.am.–.5.pm No appointment necessary
Friday,.November.20 Friday,.November.27 Friday,.December.4 By appointment only
100 MILE HOUSE FLU INFORMATION LINE 250-395-7637 SAVONA @
Logan Lake Health Centre 5 Beryl Avenue 250-378-3400 Wednesday,.December.9 10.am.–.2.pm
Savona Community Centre 6640 Tingley Street Thursday,.November.12 10.am.–.1.pm
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No appointment necessary
No appointment necessary
SPENCES BRIDGE FLU INFORMATION LINE 250-453-1942 VAVENBY @ Vavenby Elementary School 3157 Galiano Road Wednesday,.November.4 10.am.–.11.am No appointment necessary
WILLIAMS LAKE @ Cariboo Bethel Church (Basement) 833 Western Avenue Tuesday,.November.3 Wednesday,.November.4 10.am.–.5.pm No appointment necessary
Williams Lake Health Unit 540 Borland Street (3rd Floor) Ph: 250-302-5000 Friday,.November.13 Friday,.November.20 Friday,.November.27 Friday,.December.4 Friday,.December.11 Friday,.December.18 By appointment only
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I’m out of my medications and I can’t see my doctor!
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Pharmacist Reflections Adam Sawula, pharmacist Two common issues in pharmacy practice are dealing with clients who are unable to see their doctor before they run out of medications, or clients from out of town that have forgotten their medications. As pharmacists we cannot prescribe medications, but there are some options available. As with all things, the options have benefits and drawbacks. Pharmacists are legally allowed to provide an emergency supply of medication. As per Professional Practice Policy 31 from the BC College of Pharmacists,
pharmacists are authorized to issue an emergency supply of medication for up to one month depending on the situation if specific criteria are met. It is important to understand pharmacists have a right to refuse an emergency supply if they do not feel they have the information required or if they feel uncomfortable or pressured into providing the medication. Most regular medications such as diabetic or blood pressure medications are not a problem; however, controlled medications or narcotic pain relievers are much more of an issue due to possible abuse issues. If an emergency supply is issued by your pharmacist, they will likely charge a standard dispensing fee for each medication. While a full
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fee may seem excessive for “just a few pills,” the pharmacist is taking the time to ensure the medication is relevant, required and safe for you. This may save you time by avoiding a wait at a walk-in clinic, and allow for continuity of care when you follow-up with your regular doctor instead of a walk-in clinic. Another option is an adapted prescription. An adapted prescription is a refill of an already existing medication that can be authorized by a pharmacist for up to three months without the need of a physician. There are very strict criteria for an adapted prescription and a pharmacist then assumes legal and medical liability for the refill of the prescription. This is only an option if the doctor allows, the pharmacist is very comfortable with the type of medication, and the pharmacist has a longstanding professional relationship with their
client. Pharmacists are not obligated or required to provide adaptations, so a pharmacist can refuse this option at any time. As well as the above options, walk-in clinics are common in most towns in B.C. Although the wait times can be long, you will talk to a physician who can issue you a valid prescription for a length of time they feel comfortable with. Walk-in clinic physicians may require tests before prescribing a medication for a client they have not seen before. The best way to avoid these issues is to ensure your next appointment for medication refills or followup is booked before you leave the doctor’s office. If you are travelling, double check to ensure your medications are packed and you have some extra in case of delays or extended stays. If in doubt, ask politely and a pharmacist will help ensure you are aware of what options are available to you.
Doing the Math Teacher: “If I gave you 2 cats and another 2 cats and another 2, how many would you have?” Johnny: “Seven.” Teacher: “No, listen carefully... If I gave you two cats, and another two cats and another two, how many would you have?” Johnny: “Seven.” Teacher: “Let me put it to you differently. If I gave you two apples, and another two apples and another two, how many would you have?” Johnny: “Six.” Teacher: “Good. Now if I gave you two cats, and another two cats and another two, how many would you have?” Johnny: “Seven!” Teacher: “Johnny, where in the heck do you get seven from?!” Johnny: “Because I’ve already got a freaking cat!”
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Female hormones: Replace or rebalance? Natural Health Cathy Lidster, B.Sc, GCFP, ACNRT
Modern medicine approaches female hormone care with a pharmaceutically and surgically-based point of view that aims to eliminate symptoms. Treatment is considered successful if the symptoms are reduced or eliminated. This is accomplished by stimulating, suppressing or replacing some bodily function or removing the offending organ. The need for at least looking at a different
approach is underscored by some alarming statistics regarding the rampant use of prescription drugs. Prescription drugs taken as prescribed in hospitals are now the fourth leading cause of death in Canada, after cancer, heart disease and strokes. Annually, five times more Canadians die from supervised prescription drug use than from automobile accidents. That statistic doubles if you include deaths from unsupervised use of prescription pharmaceuticals and over-the-counter medications, including Tylenol, Aspirin, and Ibuprofen.* Do our medicine shelves actually hold more potential danger than a gun cabinet? In addition to side-
effects (some evidence of increased cancer risk), the estrogen and progestin in hormone replacement therapies, as well as contraceptives, deplete key nutrients such as B vitamins and minerals (zinc, magnesium, and selenium), the amino acid tyrosine and even healthy gut bacteria. Let’s consider the point of view that a woman’s body is designed to be healthy and self-healing. Given the correct support and supply, it will selfbalance. This approach is not new. True traditional medicine has been around for centuries. What can a woman do to support her body so that it produces the hormones she needs internally instead of taking an external source such as with hormone
replacement drugs? The female hormone system is designed to balance and sustain itself through whole food nutrition. Start with eating organic. The biggest objection to buying organic is its expense. If you factor in the costs of being sick, such as medicines, extra supplements, hospital stays, and lost work days from illness, buying organic actually becomes far more costeffective than consuming less expensive, poor quality foods. More than ever before, pesticides, chemical fertilizers and genetically modified seeds are being used in our food production and hormones and antibiotics are being fed to animals. Buying the highest quality, least-adulterated, freshest whole food is
crucial to our health and to the health of future generations. What could be more important than safeguarding the health of our mothers and mothers to be? *Statistics derived from Drug Safety Canada.
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In the October issue of The Connector, the first sentence in the second paragraph of Cathy’s article should have read: Most men are surprised to learn that estrogens are present in their bodies and that at low levels this “female” hormone actually contributes positively to their long-term health and well-being.
Are you hyper or hypo? Health Matters Missagh Manshadi, B.Sc, Pharm Pharmacist/Owner
Today we will talk about symptoms of high blood sugar, also called hyperglycemia (above 7mmol/L before meals and 10mmol/L two hours after meals). We will also talk about low blood sugar, also called hypoglycemia (below 4mmol/L). Hyperglycemia is caused by lack of insulin, insufficient insulin, or decrease in insulin action or combination of those. Symptoms of hyperglycemia can appear as an increase in urination, increase
in thirst, dry mouth, excessive hunger, weight loss, blurred vision, vaginal yeast infection, bladder infection, wounds that do not heal, fatigue, drowsiness and irritability. There is diabetic hypoglycemia and nondiabetic hypoglycemia. Non-diabetic hypoglycemia happens to people who do not have diabetes. There are two types of non-diabetic hypoglycemia: reactive hypoglycemia, which happens within hours of eating meals, and fasting hypoglycemia, which may be related to a disease. Diabetic hypoglycemia happens when there is too much insulin in a person with diabetes. Diabetic patients who inject insulin or who take medication can stimulate the pancreas to produce more insulin is needed and that can develop hypoglycemia.
Hypoglycemia can have fast or rapid onset of symptoms. Fast symptoms occur by the secretion of adrenaline. It can cause tremors and shakes, palpitation, sweating, anxiety, acute hunger, or pale appearance. The slow symptoms can be numbness or tingling around the mouth, yawning, fatigue or weakness, mood swings, aggressiveness, dizziness, blurred vision, poor co-ordination, difficulty talking and confusion. I have seen people mistakenly referred to as being drunk when they actually had low blood sugar. The symptoms of hypoglycemia are different from one person to another and change over time. Hypoglycemia must be treated immediately. Uncontrolled hypoglycemia can cause loss of consciousness,
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Simple Organization Kim Watt-Senner Picture this: A box full of Kleenex’s beside the couch, a bottle of cold and flu medication on the counter, cough drops and jammies... what picture does that paint? You’ve got it…the dreaded flu! That was me this past week — not exactly a picture of loveliness. However, it did make me think however that I have never written an article about organizing a medicine chest. Here we go! It’s surprising how many of us never really look at our medicine chest or “medicine box” as we call it until you need it. It’s only then
that you realize that either: A) You are out of something completely, or B) It’s expired. With a little organization, both can be avoided. Twice a year (February and September) I go through our medicine box. I have two actually — one for our 10-yearold son and grandkids and one for our adult medication. The first thing I look for is medicine that has expired. Pharmacies are more than happy to take the expired meds but, the pills need to be removed from the bottle/ blister pack and placed either into a sealed Ziploc bag or in a metal canister (they will not take medicine in a bunch of separate bottles). Of course the exception to the rule is medicine in a sealed canister or sealed container, which they will take. Once I’m done
dumping the meds in a baggie, I then place the sealed Ziploc of meds in my reusable grocery bags and the next time I head to the grocery store, I just drop it off on my way. Or if you have your medications delivered, ask the delivery person from the pharmacy to take them back to the store with them. Once the expired meds are removed, I make a list of things I anticipate needing. For example, in the spring my husband will need allergy medication whereas in the fall we will likely need cough syrup and flu medicine. With grandkids/kids, they will need slightly different medications, so when you are purchasing for a child, ensure it is intended for a child, not an adult and always read the label. Two tips: A) Check the expiry date
North Shore Community Centre news for November Our annual Christmas Craft Fair and Bake Sale is coming up on Saturday, Nov. 7. We will have a variety of craft items, handcrafted jewelry, commercial products, lightly used Christmas decorations and delicious home baked goods for sale. The Fair will run from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m., and the Bake Sale will run from 10 a.m. until supplies last. This will be a great chance to buy your Christmas
baking and unique gifts. Foreverfeet-Footcare offers foot care services on Wednesdays, starting at 9 a.m. You can book by calling Suzanne at 250-554-4500. Your feet deserve the best and Suzanne’s fees for this service are very reasonable. Also if you are looking for a new hair style, try it at Hair by Loreen. She will offer services on Wednesdays at 9 a.m. You can call Loreen at 250-320-
2266 to book your appointment. Fall is a great time to start an art project. We have watercolour painting classes scheduled every Tuesday from 9 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. If you want to try a new musical instrument, come to join in with the Ukulele Group on Tuesdays, 1:30 p.m. to 3:30 p.m. There are several fun exercise classes ongoing at the centre such as
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prior to purchasing (you never know how long it’s been on the store’s shelf for). B) Purchase smaller quantities or bottle sizes. You will save money in the long run as it’s likely you won’t use it all prior to it expiring! This makes life so much less stressful when you are sick. The last thing you want to do it leave the couch for the store. It also reduces the chance of spreading those lovely germs to others! Kim Watt-Senner is the founder of Canada’s largest Professional Organizing company. The corporate head office is located in Kamloops**, with additional franchise locations in the Okanagan, Greater Vancouver, Alberta and Saskatchewan. Visit the website at everythingorganized.net or call 1-877-578-7601 for more information.
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Zumba, for people who are looking for an a rather demanding workout, and Gentle Nia and Yoga, low-impact exercise for those who want something easier on the joints. Also offered is Tai Chi Breathing, also known as Fun Fitness for Seniors. We also have the pattern dance lessons on every Tuesday at 10 a.m. to noon. There is also the weekly social dance (Dance With Me Kamloops) on Thursdays, with dance lessons at 6:30 p.m. and dancing to follow at 7 p.m. Our monthly Community Dinner night will be held on Sunday, Nov. 8 at 5 p.m. Dinners are $15 with a ticket purchased in advance. Many thanks to the volunteers who helped out with our Antique Sale and to all who attended — money raised will help fund programs for the NSCC. We couldn’t have done it without you! Please refer to our calendar to find out what events or classes are taking place each month, or give us a call if there’s something you are interested in. We hope to see you soon at the North Shore Community Centre. Please note that we will be closed for Remembrance Day on Wednesday, Nov. 11.
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Snow tires are essential Legal Ease By Kerri D. Priddle
Did you know that beginning Oct. 1 each year, winter tires are required on many highways throughout the province? This is a law set out in the Motor Vehicle Act under Section 208. Signs are posted on each of the designated highways to advise motorists where winter tires are required. These are generally located approaching high mountain passes and interior highways where conditions can change from rain to snow very quickly. Winter tires have been defined as those labeled with either the winter mountain/snowflake symbol or the mud and snow (M+S) designation.
Winter tires must also be in good condition with a minimum tread depth of three to five mm. Tires with the winter mountain/snowflake symbol provide the best level of traction and safety in severe snow and ice conditions. Rubber tends to harden in cold weather, thus reducing friction and stopping capability of the vehicle. The newer generation of winter tires maintain their elasticity and gripping power at lower temperatures (-35 C and below), whereas allseason tires tend to stiffen and lose gripping power around 0 C. The improved gripping power at lower temperatures translates to shorter stopping distances and better vehicle steering and control. That could be the difference between a safe stop and a fender
bender or worse. Although failing to have the appropriate winter tires will not void your insurance if you have a claim, it will mean that if you get into a crash and winter tires could have helped avoid or minimize the damage you may be found at fault or partially at fault. Accordingly, this affects the amount of your claim and your insurance rates. Furthermore, you risk a fine if you do not have the mandatory tires on your vehicle. In addition to winter tires, here are some tips for safe winter driving from the RCMP: • Get your vehicle ready for winter in the fall. • Don’t drive under the influence. • Pack an emergency kit. • Learn and practice
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Map out your retirement goals Financial Focus Submitted by Lili Seery of Edward Jones
A map can be invaluable when you’re preparing for a journey, especially one you’ve never taken before. It can help you avoid wrong turns that can cost precious time and cause needless headaches.
This common-sense approach to travel also applies to planning your retirement — which itself is quite the journey. Although the word “retirement” may mean something different to everyone, the better the road map, or strategy, the more likely you can live the retirement lifestyle you’ve dreamed of. As a starting point, you might want to write down answers to two basic questions that will underpin your strategy: What do I want in
retirement? And how will I pay for it? In answering the first question, you need to take a careful look at not just the day-to-day expenses you expect to incur, but other retirement goals you may have, such as funding your grandchildren’s education, helping support other family members or paying for a long vacation or a second home. Then you need to see if your finances will get you where you want to go. It helps to detail all
your sources of income, including government retirement benefits, pensions and annuities. You also need to consider whatever part-time employment income you may expect to earn. And of course, you’ll have to tally up your assets. This encompasses all of your savings and investments, including stocks, bonds, mutual funds and GICs, within both your registered and nonregistered accounts. Then you need to itemize your retirement expenses. These can be broken down into two categories: necessities and discretionary expenses. Necessities include your mortgage,
utilities, groceries and taxes, while travel and entertainment are considered discretionary. This analysis can help determine if your sources of income can cover your retirement needs or whether there are shortfalls that must be addressed. For example, you may determine that you can pay for your necessities with outside sources of income, such as pensions, which might give you more flexibility with discretionary items. On the other hand, you might determine that working part time or delaying retirement is needed to boost your income so you can pay for those discretionary
expenses while in retirement. Remember, if you don’t know where you’re going, you could end up going nowhere or, even worse, heading in the wrong direction. A written strategy can start your retirement on the right path and help keep you there. Speak with your financial advisor for help in crafting your retirement strategy and to see if everything is on track, or whether you should consider taking some actions now before it’s too late. Edward Jones, Member Canadian Investor Protection Fund.
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I’ve been declaring I’m an urban person — loving bus fumes, squealing cars and the clattering garbage truck in my back alley. Before that, large spaces and the living skies of Saskatchewan had been my life until I moved to a city in British Columbia five years ago. The prairie was threaded through my body like a tapestry of sinew, skin and bone. Walking the grasslands was an intimate act of land, sun and sky, an extension of me. I imprinted the land and it imprinted me. The wind threw dust on my body, disturbed my hair and etched my skin. The sun inked freckles on my face, crinkled my eyes, bleached my hair and burned my skin. I remember with a sense I cannot name that I’m rooted to the prairie soil. In the middle of summer, I experienced a renewed sensitization to nature that jolted me. I attended a workshop called “Wilderness and Shadowed Wonder,” at the Hollyhock Lifelong Learning Centre on Cortes Island, B.C., led by David Abram, author of “The Spell of the Sensuous” and “Becoming Animal” and a world renowned cultural ecologist. This collided with a developmental task of my age: the realization I have 15 years
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left in my life if I’m lucky. The underlying message of the workshop was that if we are estranged from our natural world, we can mindlessly trash it. And when we connect with the earth, we will become compassionate of its wounds and be committed to its healing and care. I’ve been dabbling in social activism — poverty, peace and environmental movements, marches for social justice, and working in political back rooms — like a dilettante knowing a little about a lot but nothing too
deeply. I recycle, pick up litter, shun over-packaged products, use my own grocery bags and drink tap water. But the recent and very long election campaign seemed unreal to me. With a business as usual campaign focusing on an increasing appetite for consumerism and economic growth, I felt as if I was in a different world. We know many issues are triggering alarms — climate change, economic decline, resource depletion, social division and war, and extinction of the species — that things are unravelling at another level. There’s a loss of confidence that things will be okay. Perhaps only on the fringes or underground but there’s a shift in consciousness and a contagion of new ideas. But another part of the population doesn’t believe the evidence, and other parts of the world are trying to catch up with the rest of us, and yet another part gave up a long time ago. How can we tackle the mess we’re in, if we can’t even stand to think about it? How can a realist survive the grief of a wounded planet and transform our outrage into skills of insight and compassion that give us hope? I was raised with See "Best" page 18
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Come and see our many regular activities — chair yoga, table tennis, bridge, euchre, carpet bowling, cribbage, mahjong and more! For dates and times, see our calendar in The Connector or check out at our website at www.desertgardens.ca. On Nov. 7, the Thompson Valley Potters Guild will be holding their Pottery & Craft Sale from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Take time to admire the work of local artisans. Another Birthday Dinner will be celebrated on Nov. 19 for all those October, November or December birthdays. The dinner is open to the public at a cost of $13 per person. However, if you are a member of the Centre, and your birthday falls in the mentioned months above, you can
celebrate your birthday dinner for free. Bring family members and friends with you and enjoy a delicious roast beef dinner. Please call 250-372-5110 to make a reservation. Do you know what Kamloops’ best kept secret is?! It is our Oasis Café! It’s open to the public Monday through Friday for breakfast and lunch. Enjoy a hearty breakfast, delicious bowl of homemade soup, or a tasty sandwich. We also host suppers every Tuesday and Thursday evening at 5 p.m. Please call 250-3725110 for reservations. For more information, as well as our current menu, look us up on our website at www. desertgardens.ca Come join us!
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Canada, Douglas Cardinal, an architect whose curvilinear buildings pay homage to his aboriginal background as well as the computer, and Louise Arbour, judicial powerhouse, “chief criminal prosecutor for the International Criminal Tribunals for the former Yugoslavia and Rwanda”.) McGoogan excels at painting a picture of the daunting challenges each of these 50 encountered, challenges such as the Depression, war, racism, sexism, or ageism. Paradoxically, the 50 extraordinary people appear ordinary in many respects, fallible at times, sometimes irritating to their peers, but driven to accomplish their goal or goals. This book has a journalistic style, clear and concise, with each of the fifty stories a pithy “quick snapper,” easy to read sequentially
or randomly, one at a time, or in small batches. Nevertheless, although the style is straight-forward, the issues presented are complex and worth considering. You may not agree with who is included or excluded from 50 Canadians Who Changed the World, or with Ken McGoogan’s conclusions about what Canadians value, but you will likely appreciate how he stimulates the reader to consider the big questions: who are we, and where do we go from here? Ken McGoogan contributes to Canada’s History magazine and is a professor at the University of Toronto and at the University of King’s College in Nova Scotia. His book, How the Scots Invented Canada is a best-seller. He won the British Columbia Medal for Canadian Biography.
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Nora wanted to go overseas to join the war effort Continued from page 1 Nora’s main motivation to go to England was to join her only sibling, her brother Ted, who was 15 months older and had gone over in 1939 to join the Royal Air Force. Nora said they were like twins and used to double date. “He was a great guy. We had a real good time over there, the two of us,” Nora said. “That alone made it worthwhile going over there, never mind meeting Norm.” Sadly Ted was killed in 1944, six weeks after Nora met Norm. Overseas, Nora drove transport, mainly ambulances and trucks. She never had a single accident — not even a
didn’t have time for it.” The couple came back to Canada at the end of 1944. They moved to Winnipeg, Norm’s hometown, for three years, where they owned a baby shop and by this time were raising two boys of their own. Faced with the decision of hiring a nanny or another worker for their shop, they decided to sell, uproot, and move to Vancouver. There Norm worked for Eaton’s for three years before he thought about going back into the Air Force. He got a phone call that offered him a position. He would drop one rank, but would be able to earn it back within a
bumped fender — in all the hours she drove, sometimes 20 or 22 hours per day. She also drove through the blackouts when there were no streetlights and no house lights allowed. “I loved it. I loved driving,” she said. Norm was a member of the Air Force air crew for almost five years, flying as well as training. “It was a scary time because I knew what it was all about over there. It wasn’t fun,” said Nora. “It gave you a different outlook on life for the rest of your life. You appreciated what you had, you enjoyed what you had and you forgot all about those petty things. You did. You
year. He needed his wife’s approval. “He asked me, ‘Would you like it?’ and I said ‘Oh, I’d love it!’” Nora said. “It was right in his blood, the Air Force. Me too, I loved it.” Within two months he was back in, and the family’s travels around North America were beginning. Norm trained in London for three months, while Nora and the kids stayed in Vancouver. One day he called, told her to sell the house, car and furniture, pack up the kids and drive to meet him in northern Quebec. Then they went to the Gulf of Mexico, then back
to Quebec, and then to Yuma, Arizona. Some of these moves involved a lot of driving. “The kids are wonderful travellers,” Nora said. “To this day the kids still joke about it. The first thing I did in the morning, because we used to be on the road by 5 a.m…I’d make a big bag of sandwiches and when the kids got restless, I’d pass them a sandwich. That kept them happy.” After that, the family was transferred to Comox Air Force Base before being sent back to Quebec. Next Norm was sent up to an isolated part of the north. He decided that it wasn’t fair to their kids — who were teenagers
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They also spent a lot of time with their family: their four sons, six grandchildren — two girls and four boys — and seven great grand kids. “They’re a fabulous family,” she said. “At the drop of a hat, we’ll get together and have a party.” Norm Morrison passed away in July of 2014 at the age of 96. “We were just short of our 74th anniversary. We just did everything together. You never saw one without the other,” Nora said. Nora said they had the perfect marriage and that she wouldn’t want to change a day of it. They were often teased for how happy they always looked.
“He was always taking my hand…he was just an absolute sweetheart,” she said. Nora Morrison fought back tears as she recalled a conversation she had with her late husband just three weeks before he passed away. “He was sitting over there,” she said pointing to the couch across the living room from her favourite chair. “He was getting frail, he was almost 97. He always got me everything, but anyhow, I got him a glass of milk, he loved his milk…and he said, ‘you know what sweetheart?’ and I said, ‘what?’ and he said, ‘we’re more in love now than we ever were.’ That’s my best memory.”
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British Columbia Ombudsperson Jay Chalke is presenting an overview of his office’s role and its investigative reports that impact seniors. As an independent statutory office of the provincial legislature, the Office of the Ombudsperson impartially investigates complaints about unfair administrative actions in more than 2,800 B.C. public authorities. These services are provided free of charge.
Seniors’ Care The Office of the Ombudsperson helps seniors get the fair treatment that everyone deserves by responding to complaints about health authorities, the Public Guardian and Trustee, and other provincial public authorities that affect seniors. In addition to resolving individual problems, the investigation of a complaint can lead to systemic improvements that benefit many people.
Who? Jay Chalke, Ombudsperson for British Columbia
Where? CSI Kamloops, Brock Activity Centre, 9A 1800 Tranquille Rd.
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With the changing weather, it is time for hot food, warm drinks and extra blankets. And let’s face it; certain foods will always be comfort foods. People used to say that breakfast is the most important meal of the day. Since then, experts have seemed to change their minds a few times, so who really knows what the most important meal of the day is — just enjoy the food!
This month’s recipe is a breakfast recipe, but breakfast for lunch or dinner always works. Proven Pancakes • 2 cups of flour • ¼ cup of sugar • 2 tsp. baking powder • ½ tsp. salt • 2 eggs • ¼ cup of oil • 1 tsp. vanilla • 2 cups of milk Mix all of the dry ingredients together in a bowl.
In a second bowl mix together all of the wet ingredients. Combine the dry ingredients and the wet ingredients, but not too quickly. Form a “well” in the dry bowl and mix the wet ingredients in slowly. Stir only until the ingredients are combined. Cook and serve with your choice of fruit and whipped cream. Or, if you are watching your weight, maybe skip the whipped cream.
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Continued from page 10 a Victorian view, alienating me from nature instead of connecting me. There was no place for the sacred in science and my Anglican background gave man dominion over the animals and plants in the world. But long before that, the earth was sacred with an indigenous holistic view of the earth with a reciprocal relationship
with animals, plants, minerals and the mysterious powers of the universe. At Cortes, I looked deeply at what I have to offer, my skills and gifts and what gives me joy, feeling summoned to place my energies towards helping our planet. If the Earth does go belly up in a sea of sludge at least I’ll have done my best because
it is the right thing to do. But first we must reconnect and overcome our estrangement from our natural environment. Only then will compassion with nature deepen a sense of belonging to the earth, and give us courage and the intelligence we so greatly require as we face the need to tend the Earth before it’s too late.
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What happens when death hits the blended family and how can you avoid the mess? Ask Drake Drake Smith, Funeral Director Who needs to watch horror flicks on TV? When someone in a blended family dies, you can almost bet the next few days, weeks or years will be scary and full of drama. A couple of examples might help make the point. Years ago, Murray left Alice and the kids and married Suzie, a single mom. Murray and Suzie lived semi-happily ever after, but the kids didn’t like their new siblings at all. (They didn’t like their step-parents much either!) The inevitable day arrived – Murray died. As next of kin, Suzie cremated him and kept the ashes, or maybe she scattered them somewhere. No one knew for sure, because Suzie wouldn’t tell her step-kids what became of
Murray; she only told her own kids. Now that’s just plain mean! But it’s a true story. Now Murray’s kids hate Suzie more than ever, and they are devastated by the literal loss of their dad. Here’s another horror story (with a hint of black comedy), but it’s also true. Frank’s second wife buried Frank’s ashes in the cemetery. A few weeks later, the kids from Frank’s first marriage put so much pressure on step-mom that she caved in, allowing Frank’s kids to dig up his ashes and bury them in a different cemetery! A few months later, the kids caved and step-mom relocated Frank back to the first cemetery! What kind of emotions were going on throughout this saga? And you can bet the saga continues, in some form or another! Not all blended families behave like this when a death occurs. But death often seems to amplify underlying discord,
doesn’t it? For many people, that discord may have started the moment dad or mom took up with someone new, whether as a result of divorce or widowhood. The stepparent became the villain; the step-children became the threat. The cold war was on, and the feelings were never resolved. So, if you have a blended family on your hands, and you want to avoid a potential horror story when death occurs, what can you do? Well, you could go to group counselling for a couple of years, but that would cost a fortune and it might not work anyhow. Instead, I’d suggest you pile your spouse and the adult children into the station wagon and visit the funeral home. Find out for yourself how to prepare for possible conflict. Although we are not lawyers and can’t give legal advice, we are governed by the Funeral Act and Regulations in B.C. We refer to these laws almost every day, so
we know them pretty well. You should know about some key elements of the law, too. In the absence of communication, knowledge can be a key. Besides, there isn’t much we haven’t seen over the years. And if the second spouse and blended kids won’t come, come by yourself. By the way, we don’t charge for the consultation! Drake Smith, MSW, is the Owner and Funeral Director of North Thompson Funeral Ltd. & Drake Cremation Services. www. NTFuneral.com. With locations in downtown Kamloops (250-3778225), Clearwater (250674-3030) and Barriere (250-672-1999), his dedicated team has provided funeral and cremation services in the Kamloops area and the entire North Thompson valley since 2005. I’m waiting for you question! DrakeSmith@NTFuneral. com. A special big hello to our many loyal friends in the North Thompson!
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JESŨS IS WATCHING Late one night a burglar broke into a house and while he was sneaking around he heard a voice say, “Jesús is watching you.” He looked around and saw nothing. He kept on creeping and again heard, “Jesús is watching you.” In a dark corner, he saw a cage with a parrot inside. The burglar asked the parrot, “Was it you who said Jesús is watching me” The parrot replied, “Yes.” Relieved, the burglar asked, “What is your name?” The parrot said, “Clarence.” The burglar said, “That’s a stupid name for a parrot. What idiot named you Clarence?” The parrot answered, “The same idiot that named the rottweiler Jesús.”
Radon: A Halloween home maintenance tale Home Maintenance Tips Lyle Killough, Homewell Services Co.
It is a colourless, odourless and tasteless gas. It is a known killer, and according to the BC Lung Association, it is connected to 16 per cent of lung cancer deaths in Canada. We would never keep something this dangerous uncontained in our homes...or would we? Like in many scary Halloween stories, this monster could be lurking in your basement! I am talking about radon gas, and this is not Halloween fiction. Radon is a naturally occurring gas, produced when uranium in rock and soil breaks down and is present
in varying amounts almost everywhere in the ground. Radon can find its way into your home through cracks in the foundation and also through the holes we intentionally make in the foundation for wires, pipes and drains. Unfortunately, most homes in Canada were built before we understood much about keeping radon out. Often we have doors and windows open in the warmer months, but as temperatures drop on the approach to winter we close our homes. This decreases the possibility of flushing fresh air through the basement and if radon is entering your home, it may accumulate. The good thing about closing your home for winter is that this is the ideal time for radon testing, and although slow, the testing procedure is pretty easy. The most common
way to test for radon is to purchase a passive detector from a hardware store or the BC Lung Association and place it in your home. After at least three months of just sitting there, the detector is shipped to a laboratory to be read. Typically the detectors come in a kit with full instructions and include the lab work, but read the fine print before you buy. There are faster tests available, but Health Canada recommends a minimum three-month test done between September and April. If it turns out that the threshold recommended by Health Canada is exceeded in your home, it is time to consult with a professional for more testing and possibly a mitigation plan. If you fail the test, the solutions range from sealing foundation cracks and penetrations to installing a system that draws air from the ground under
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Call Heidi for a safe, professional foot care appointment with a Registered Nurse.
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your home’s basement. The worst-case scenario is usually about as expensive as buying a good washer and dryer, which is a bit scary, but not as scary as leaving a very real but invisible monster loose in Services Co. your home.
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Each time you shovel snow for a senior in the program, you will receive a FREE medium pepperoni pizza from Domino’s Pizza!
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Warm floors for the winter The Flooring Expert Matthew Wells, Nufloors Kamloops
Cold weather is on the way in beautiful Kamloops and it’s now time to turn on your furnace, if you have not done so already.
One problem you may find with this dip in temperature is that no matter how warm your house is, your flooring always seems to be a little chilly on your feet. One question that we frequently receive is: “I love the look of tile but they are so cold in the winter, how can we make them warmer?” The good news is that cold feet in your home will be a thing of the past with some of the great, new, available
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engineered hardwoods. The programmable features found in the newer heat mats are very attractive, as your floor can now be programmed to warm up right before you awake and shut off right after you fall asleep. That way, your morning trip into the bathroom or kitchen can be just a little more enjoyable. In addition, the programmable feature helps make your heat mat very energy
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Hike Meet @ Info Ctr 9 am Coffee & Crafts 10 am
Bar Open 2pm-7pm
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Kamloops, B.C. V2C 1Y2
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Brock Activity Centre
(unless otherwise noted)
THURSDAY
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Branch General Meeting 12 noon Bar opens after GM Meat Draw 2:30 pm
Bar Open 12pm-7pm Meat Draw 2:30 pm
Evergreen Acres
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425 Lansdowne St.
Office Hours: 1 pm to - 4 pm Monday - Friday
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Bar Open Bar Open 2pm-7pm 12pm-11:30pm Legion Poppy Table Kamloops Mixed Blazers Game Dart League 7 PM
Bar Open 2pm-7pm
Meat Draw 2:30 pm
Thursday 9 am Wood Carving: Call Dave at 250-679-8110 FMI Lessons given, gals welcome. Thursday 10 am Carpet Bowling: New members welcome, lessons provided. Lots of fun and low impact exercise. Friday 1 pm Crib: Come early please. Help needed to set up tables & chairs.
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Join Creekside Senior Centre! Additional Information:
Clearwater Seniors’ Activities
MONDAY 1
Meat Draw 2:30 pm
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Seniors’ Resource Centre - Salmon Arm NOVEMBER 2015 Calendar of Events - The
SUNDAY
MONDAY
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Foot Care (by appt. only)
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Foot Care
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Day Away
Potluck Dinner 5 pm
Merritt Senior Centre 1
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Seniors’ Exercise Carpet Bowling Bingo 1 pm 1:30 pm 1:30 pm Duplicate Bridge Cribbage 7 pm Court Whist 7 pm 7 pm
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Seniors’ Exercise Carpet Bowling Bingo 1 pm 1:30 pm 1:30 pm Duplicate Bridge Cribbage 7 pm Court Whist 7 pm 7 pm
Open 9 am - noon
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Rummoli 7 pm
Handicap Floor Curling 10 am Floor Curling 1 pm
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2 Mt. Ida Painters 9 am - 2 pm
9 Mt. Ida Painters 9 am - 2 pm
Floor Curling 1 pm
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Spiritualist Church 10:30 am - 1 pm
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Exercise 8:30 am Coffee 9:30 am UPS 7 pm
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Spiritualist Church 10:30 am - 1 pm
Foot Clinic
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Exercise 8:30 am
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Open 9 am - noon
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League Bowling 10 am - 2 pm
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18 19 20 Painting Group17 Director’s Meeting 8:30 am - 2:00 pm 10:30 am - 11 am Srs’ Computer Class Seniors Outreach Seniors Outreach Srs’ Computer Class 9:30 am - 1 pm 10 am - 12 noon 10 am - 12 noon 9:30 am - 1 pm Spiritualist Church 12:30 - 2:30 pm 7 pm - 9 pm 25 26 27 Directors’ Meeting 10:30 - 11 am Seniors Outreach Srs’ Computer Class Seniors Outreach 10 am - 12 noon 9:30 am - 1 pm 10 am - 12 noon 12:30 - 2:30 pm Potluck Dinner 5:30 - 7:30 pm
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Glee Club 9:30 am AA 8 pm
Doors open 4 pm Walk-ins 6 pm Regular Games 7 pm
28 Bingo 5-10 pm
Doors open 4 pm Walk-ins 6 pm Regular Games 7 pm
Computer Class: ................... Shirley 250-675-2354 Tuesday Art Group: .................. Ross 250-832-3579 Spiritualist Church: ................. Norm 250-832-0442 Mount Ida Painters: .......................Al 250-832-5149
Phone: 250-675-5358
President: Jennie Wiebe 250-679-8282 Hall Bookings: J. Chisholm 250-675-3835
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Passchendaele Road, Sorrento, B.C.
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11 12 13 14 Painting Group10 8:30 am - 2:00 pm Bingo 5-10 pm Seniors Outreach Seniors Outreach Srs’ Computer Class Srs’ Computer Class Doors open 4 pm 10 am - 12 noon 10 am - 12 noon 9:30 am - 1 pm 9:30 am - 1 pm Walk-ins 6 pm 12:30 - 2:30 pm Spiritualist Church Regular Games 7 pm 7 pm - 9 pm REMEMBRANCE DAY
TUESDAY
Glee Club 9:30 am AA 8 pm
FRIDAY
4 5 6 7 Painting Group 3 8:30 am - 2:00 pm Bingo 5-10 pm Seniors Outreach Srs’ Computer Class Srs’ Computer Class Seniors Outreach Doors open 4 pm 10 am - 12 noon 9:30 am - 1 pm 9:30 am - 1 pm 10 am - 12 noon Walk-ins 6 pm 12:30 - 2:30 pm Spiritualist Church Regular Games 7 pm 7 pm - 9 pm
30 Bingo: ................................... Wendy 250-253-3516 Hall Rental: .............................. Dave 250-833-0902 Mt. Ida Painters 9 am - 2 pm Seniors Outreach: ..... Sheila or Dave 250-833-4136 Better at Home: ................. Wysteria 250-253-2749
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Box 1552 — 31 Hudson Ave. NE Salmon Arm, V1E 4P6 250-832-3015 Drop in Pool 10 am - 2 pm Monday - Friday
WEDNESDAY
23 Painting Group24 8:30 am - 2:00 pm Mount Ida Painters Srs’ Computer Class Art Show & Sale 9:30 am - 1 pm 9 am - 9 pm Spiritualist Church 7 pm - 9 pm
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Church Group 9 am
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7 Carving Footcare Scottish 8 am - noon Snooker 10 am Ladies Dancing Cards 1-4 pm Quilting 1-4pm Pool 1 pm 9:30 am-noon Pool 6 pm 11 12 13 14 Luncheon Footcare Scottish following Snooker Quilting 10 am Ladies Dancing Service 1-4pm Pool 1 pm 9:30 am-noon Pool 6 pm REMEMBRANCE DAY
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Savona Weight Exercise 8:30 am Exercise 8:30 am Exercise 8:30 am Exercise 8:30 am Loss Club 8:15 am Potluck Dinner Coffee 9:30 am Coffee 9:30 am Exercise 9:30 am Meeting 6 pm UPS 7 pm Crib 7 pm
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Stew in a Bun 11:30 am
Sorrento Drop-In Society
Donna Schwieger 250-373-2334 4
15 Spiritualist Church 10:30 am - 1 pm
6605 Buie Road/Savona Access Rd ©
WEDNESDAY
Exercise 8:30 am
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8 Spiritualist Church 10:30 am - 1 pm
O.A.P.O Branch #129
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Open 9 am - noon
Open 9 am - 3 pm Bingo 1 - 3 pm
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Open 9 am - noon
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Footcare is available at the Merritt Senior Centre one Monday per month. To make a reservation, call Colleen Thom at 250-374-1735 (W) or 250-819-1632 (C)
Foot Care All Day By Appt. Seniors’ Exercise 1:30 pm Cribbage 7 pm
Savona and Area 50+ SUNDAY
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Carpet Bowling Bingo 1 pm Seniors’ Exercise 1:30 pm Duplicate Bridge 1:30 pm Court Whist 7 pm 7 pm Cribbage 7 pm
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Spiritualist Church 10:30 am - 1 pm
Floor Curling 1 pm
General Meeting 1:30 pm Rummoli 7 pm
23 Open 9 am - noon WHY Bingo 6 pm
REMEMBRANCE DAY
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League Bowling 10 am - 2 pm
10
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Salmon Arm Seniors Drop-In Society
THE MERRITT SENIORS ASSOC. and O.A.P.O. Br. #168
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Drop-in Centre 80 – 150 Opal Village Centre Mall
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Morning Market Foot Care (by appt. only) Caregiver (by appt. only) Support Group Lunch w/Friends 10 am
SUNDAY
Phone 250-832-7000 Fax 250-833-0550 Office Hours: 9 am - 3 pm
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Monday Foot Care Morning Market (by appt. only) AGM - 1 pm
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Monday Foot Care Morning Market (by appt. only) Office Closed Caregiver Support Group Lunch w/Friends REMEMBRANCE DAY 10 am
Logan Lake Seniors 50+
Salmon Arm, B.C. V1E 1H1
THURSDAY
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Foot Care
320A Second Ave. NE
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Exercise 8:30 am Spaghetti Dinner Coffee 9:30 am 5 pm Crib 7 pm
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Savona Weight Loss Club 8:15 am Exercise 9:30 am
Church Group 9 am
Glee Club 9:30 am AA 8 pm
Pool 1 pm Crib 1:30 pm 23
Glee Club 9:30 am AA 8 pm 30
Glee Club 9:30 am AA 8 pm
24 Pool 1 pm Crib 1:30 pm Wheels to Meals
18 19 20 21 Carving Footcare Scottish 8 am - noon Snooker 10 am Ladies Dancing Cards 1-4 pm Quilting 1-4pm Pool 1 pm 9:30 am-noon Pool 6 pm 25 26 27 28 Snooker Carving Footcare Tourney 8 am - noon Snooker 10 am Ladies Scottish Cards 1-4 pm Quilting 1-4pm Pool 1 pm Dancing Pool 6 pm 9:30 am-noon
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A forgiving heart so seems to cheapen the seriousness of the wrongs that others do. Actually though, forgiveness says the opposite, because it first requires acknowledging that what you did is wrong. If it weren’t wrong, forgiveness would not be needed. When you forgive, though, you relinquish your right to hurt back. When you forgive, you’re saying, “What you did was wrong, but I release you from my vengeance; from ploughing you in the face; from getting even!” There still may be consequences, but not from me! You also set yourself free when you forgive those who have harmed you. Because, if you don’t forgive or if you’re unwilling to forgive, you will remain forever bound to the one who has wronged you, in an everdevolving spiral of anger and bitterness. Only by
Spiritual Thought Rev. David Schumacher The Apostle Paul writes: “Instead, be kind to each other, tenderhearted, forgiving one another, just as God through Christ has forgiven you.” (Ephesians 4:32) So, how do you forgive one another? It’s a tough thing to do. We do so enjoy a good grudge! After all, if someone hurts me, I naturally want him or her to suffer for his or her actions. But Jesus says, “If you refuse to forgive others, your Father will not forgive your sins.” (Matthew 6:14-15) Some are reluctant to forgive because doing
forgiving can you put the past behind you. Nursing hurts from the past takes a lot of energy. Forgiveness frees you to use that energy to live fully and abundantly in the present. If the Apostle Paul had not been forgiven for what he had done to Christians, I doubt that he could have written as eloquently of God’s grace as he did. Forgiveness is the door to freedom, and Jesus challenges you to make forgiving and being forgiven a reality in your life. So, how do you get Paul’s words online in your life — be kind to each other, tenderhearted, forgiving one another? How do you get a forgiving heart? Only by going to the cross and there seeing how much Jesus has forgiven you and what it
cost Him to forgive you. Then, and only then, will the Holy Spirit open the eyes of your heart to see that the utmost you are called upon to forgive, compared with what you have been forgiven, is a very small thing indeed.
We must develop and maintain the capacity to forgive. He who is devoid of the power to forgive is devoid of the power to love. There is some good in the worst of us and some evil in the best of us. When we discover this, we are less prone to hate our enemies. ~ Martin Luther King, Jr.
Church Directory Sacred Heart
COMMuNity ChurCh
Cathedral
Sat & Sun Liturgies Saturday 7 pm Sunday 8:30 am 11:30 am, 6 pm Confession Times Saturday 4-5 pm Sunday 5:30-6 pm Wed 5:15-5:35 pm 1st Friday of the month 5-6 pm
Weekday Masses Monday at 9:30 am & 6 pm Tues-Fri at 7:15 am & 9:30 am Saturday at 7:15 am First Friday Mass at 6 pm. First Saturday – Rosary at 9 am and Mass at 9:30 am
344 Poplar
A Place to Belong! • Children’s Church - 11:45 am • Worship Service - 11:00 am • Wednesday Family Dinner - 5:00 pm • Ladies Night Out Mon., Nov. 16 - 6:30 pm Call for information
250-554-1611
www.kamsa.ca
255 Nicola Street • 250-372-2581
United ChUrChes of Canada
Kamloops United Church
www.kamloopsunited.ca 421 St. Paul St. • Sundays 10 am Rev. Bruce Comrie
• Bible based, Christ centred and family oriented.
Mt. Paul United Church
www.mtpauluc.ca 140 Laburnum St. • Sundays 10:30 am Rev. LeAnn Blackert
• Sunday Worship 10:30 am • Sunday School 10:00 am 815 Renfrew St. • 250-376-8323 Rev. David Schumacher
Plura Hills United Church
www.plurahillsunited.com 2090 Pacific Way • Sundays 10 am Rev. Carolyn Ronald
Seniors Services 3.5” x 2.5” | Maximum Font Size: 30 pt
Home Support Services
• Respite Care • Personal & Home Care
House Cleaning
Weekly, bi-weekly, monthly or one time Call for a free in-home assessment
250.852.3212
Lest We Forget
Bradwins
Remembrance Day: Lest We Forget Financial Advisor .
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Offering haircuts in the Willow Room at Cottonwood Manor Wednesdays 9am to noon
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PERFORMING ARTS CENTRE REFERENDUM OPEN HOUSE The City of Kamloops is providing residents the opportunity to have their questions regarding the Performing Arts Centre and Parkade referendum answered by City staff. With a casual open house format, residents are invited to drop in and get the facts on the proposed facility and referendum process.
WEDNESDAY, NOVEMBER 4TH, 2015 11:00 AM TO 2:00 PM AND 4:00 TO 7:00 PM SANDMAN CENTRE – PARKSIDE LOUNGE Be sure to get out and make an informed vote on November 7th. Can’t make it out on voting on day? Advance polling dates are October 28th and November 2nd at Heritage House. For more information on how and where to vote, visit www.kamloops.ca/referendum.
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Groups
Kamloops Tai Chi Club practices Yang-style short form Tai Chi, Sword form and Qigong. Join our nonprofit group every Tuesday at 7p.m., at St. Andrews Presbyterian Church. For more information contact Dave at 250-372-0717 or Claudette at 250-851-0944. Please visit our website at www.kamloopstaichiclub. com. Bridge players wanted at Desert Gardens. Join us on Tuesdays, 1 p.m. All levels welcome. For more information please call Katie at 250-682-0906 or Mart y at 250-828-2595.
The Kamloops Garden Club is having it's monthly meeting on October 28 at 7 p.m. at Heritage House, 100 Lorne St. (Riverside Park). New members are always welcome to come and listen to our special guest speakers.
“Mobile Nursing Foot Care...Moving You Forward” Call to book an appointment or for more information
250-819-1632 Colleen Thom, RN, FCN Advanced Foot Care Nurse
Thompson Valley poTTers Guild
Pottery & FINe CraFt Sale Saturday, Nov. 7th, 2015 By loCal arTisans
desert Gardens
540 seymour st. Kamloops, BC 10:00 am to 4:00 pm
Free admISSIoN www.tvpg.ca
The British Columbia Government Retired Employees Association meets every third Friday of the month with the exception of July, August and December at the North Shore Community Centre, 730 Cottonwood Ave. For further information please phone 250-376-3119 or 250-372-2743. The world famous Kamloops Rube Band practices every Monday evening (except holidays) at the Kamloops Yacht Club, 1140 River St. News members with playing experience are welcome to drop in and join us, having fun with music. For further information please contact Dick Parkes at 250-573-5740 or rparkes@telus.net. Learn to play the Ukulele. We are now offering a series of six lessons for beginners, a one time charge of $10, you are also invited to stay and enjoy our regular Tuesday practice and sing along. For more information visit our website www. ukuleleorchestraofkamloops.com or call Lynne at 250-372-7485 or Dorene at 250-376-5502. Kamloops Cango Grannies are looking for new members. We are a group of women who have fun while fundraising to help African grandmothers raise their AIDS-orphaned grandchildren. We support the Stephen Lewis Foundation which works in Africa with the grandmothers. Our monthly meetings are held on the third Monday of each month: October 19, November 16, December TBA Christmas luncheon. Join us at 10 a.m. to noon at the 490 Lorne St. meeting room. Contact Ann at 250-374-0114. The Council of Canadians meets at 5.30 p.m. on the second Wednesday of every month at the Smorgasbord Deli, 225 - 7th Ave. Please join us. Call Anita or Dalton at 250-377-0055 or 250-3770055 for more information. You can also visit www. kamloopscanadians.ca.
Authorized by the official agent of Steve Powrie.
Dear Friends & Neighbours, Thank you for your support during my campaign and the 2015 Federal election. Whether you are Liberal, Conservative, NDP, Green, or otherwise, we are all Canadian, and I know that together we will always work to make a better Canada. Sincerely, Steve Powrie
It has been said that change is better than rest. We at Kamloops Riverside Lawn Bowling Club invite you to find out for yourselves. Bowling takes place six days a week from April to September. Come as an individual or a group. The first three sessions are free. For more information contact Irene at 250-374-427, Bruce at 250-554-5177 or visit www. kamloopsriversidelawnbowlingclub.com. The Kamloops Naturalist Club meets on the third Thursday of each month, September through June at 7 p.m., Heritage House, Riverside Park. Guests are welcome. We are dedicated to the promotion and preservation of the natural world. Please call 250554-1285. Kamloops' original Coffee House. Warm atmosphere, excellent music, and wonderful coffee and treats. From town, take the Trans Canada Hwy. east to the Dallas Petrocan. Follow Dallas
Dr. to Barnhartvale Rd. and keep going for seven km. Barnhartvale Hall is on the left. Thank you for supporting local live music! Fraternal Order of Eagles welcomes you, 755 Tranquille Rd. Saturday and Sunday: Meat draws from 3 p.m. to 5 p.m. Tuesday: Pull Tab draws from 4:30 p.m. to 5:30 p.m. Wednesday: Horse races from 4 p.m. to 6 p.m. Ping Pong / Table Tennis: experience the wonderful enjoyment of the game — all ages and beginners are welcome. Make new friends, have fun and be fit. Experts say it is also good for your brain. We play on Tuesday 7 p.m. to 9 p.m., Thursday 12 :30 p.m. to 2:30 p.m. Desert Garden Community Centre, 540 Seymour St. For more information call 250-3723965. The Afternoon Auxiliary to RIH meet the first Monday of the month (except July and August) at 1:30 p.m. at the Calvary Temple. Everyone is welcome. Come join us and find out what we are all about or call the office at 250-314-2331. Kamloops Photo Arts Club meets at 7 p.m. on Wednesdays (Sept to June) for learning and sharing. Meeting are held at the Henry Grube Education Centre, 245 Kitchener Cres., Rm. 1B. Phone: 250372-1778, or our website is www.kamloopsphotoarts. ca for more information. Overlander Women's Institute meets the first and third Friday of every month from 10 a.m. to noon on the North Shore. For women to meet other women, to become informed, involved and to enjoy an abundance humor. For more information call Cathy at 250-376-9810 The Kamloops Family History Society meetings take place on the fourth Thursday of each month (September to May) from 7 p.m. to 9 p.m., at Heritage House in Riverside Park. All are welcome. For more info call Catherine at 250-579-9108. Kamloops Antiques, Collectibles and Heritage Club meets on the second Thursday of every month, September to June at Heritage House on Lorne Street (Riverside Park). 7 pm. Guests and new members welcome. All meetings start at 7 p.m. For more information call Bernice at 250-372-0468 or 250-3778364 and ask for Joyce Kamloops Stamp Club meets at 2 p.m. on the second Tuesday of each month at Mt. Paul United Church, 140 Laburnum. Contact 250-314-1021. McArthur Park Lawn Bowlers on McArthur Island meet Mondays, Wednesdays, Fridays and Sundays at 7 p.m., with an arrival at 6:30 p.m. New members are always welcome. Free parking, free instruction and free use of bowls for first years. Requirements are flat soled shoes (no heels or cleats) plus enthusiasm. For more information or to make arrangements for instruction, call 250-376-0917 (Kay) or 250-319-3255 (Ron). Kamloops Floor Curlers meet Mondays, Tuesdays, Thursdays and Fridays, 9 a.m. to 12 p.m. at the Heritage House, top floor, Riverside Park. New members always welcome. Free parking for members. No special equipment needed. New teams are drawn each day. There are two games and coffee each day. The group runs all year. Call Kay at 250-376-0917, Kay at 250-828-0819 or Liz at 250-372-5493. Kamloops Celiac Chapter meetings take place the second Tuesday of each month (Jan. to Nov.) from 7 p.m. to 8:30 p.m., above Living Kitchens at 1361 McGill Rd. (side entrance). All are welcome. FMI call 250-314-1404.
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Do you enjoy singing in harmony and a great variety of songs? Kamloops Happy Choristers invites new members who are 55 and over for a social atmosphere and a chance to sing for senior residences and public concerts. We meet every Wednesday from 9:30 a.m. to 11 a.m. at the Heritage House. For more information call Sharon at 250-579-9505. Alzheimer Caregiver and Early Support Stage groups meet the second Thursday of the month, 10 a.m. to 12 p.m. and the fourth Thursday of the month, 7 p.m. to 9 p.m. at the Alzheimer Society Resource Centre, 405, 235 – 1st Ave. For more information please contact Tara Hildebrand, support and education co-ordinator Alzheimer Society of B.C. at 250-377-8200. St. Paul’s Thrift Shop, 360 Nicola Street is open Fridays from 9:30 a.m. to 1:30 pm. Wheelchair accessible from back lane entrance. Great bargains every week. Kamloops Elks Lodge #44 meets at 7:30 p.m. every second Thursday of each month at 784B Victoria St. We have served the community since 1920. You are invited to come and meet the members. New members are welcome. The hall is also available for gatherings, meetings, etc. For any inquiries please call 250372-2737 or 250-5734632. Kamloops United Church Thrift Shop has moved across the road to 387- 4th Ave, 250-372-3448. Our hours there are from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m., Monday to Friday. We have excellent merchandise and prices, and welcome new customers. Kamloops and District Diabetes can be reached by calling toll free 1-888-628-9494, which will connect you with the Regional Office in Kelowna. There are two support groups in Kamloops. Community speakers are always welcome.
The Kamloops Heritage Model Railroad Club meets on the first Friday of each month at 7 p.m. Come and investigate a great hobby. Call 250554-3233 for more information. North Kamloops Royal Purple: We are a fun-loving, dynamic and dedicated group of volunteers helping children and our community. Meetings are on the first and third Tuesdays in the afternoon. New members are welcome. Contact Eleanor Vernon at 250374-2806 or Merrilyn Pennanen at 250-3744941. Aberdeen Lions Club meets the second and fourth Tuesday of the month at 12 p.m., Duffy’s Neighbourhood Pub, 1797 Pacific Way. New members welcome. Call 250-828-1765. North Kamloops Elks Lodge #469, #102-1121 12th St., 250-376-2924 (leave message). We meet the third Tuesday of the month at 7:30 p.m. New members are welcome. Crib tournaments every Wednesday, 7 p.m. Doors open at 6 p.m. Kamloops Stroke Recovery Group, a support group for people who’ve suffered a stroke and their caregivers, meet the second, third and fourth Thursdays of the month from 10:30 a.m. to 1 p.m. The group also offers a speech software program to help those with speech recovery. To confirm dates of meetings, location and other information, call Shona at 250-320-1348. Kamloops Prostate Cancer Support Group meet at 10 a.m. on the third Saturday of the month at The Seniors Activity Centre, 9A-1800 Tranquille Rd. Phone 250-376-4011 or email larube_kam@shaw.ca. The Canadian Cancer Society, Cancer Connection a source for cancer information can be accessed at 1-888939-3333.
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Are you serious about writing? Network with people who are supportive, informative and interested in publishing. Why not check out Kamloops’ own Interior Authors’ Group, which meets the second Thursday of each month (except July and August) at 6:30 p.m. at Chartwell Ridgepointe (Pineview), 1789 Primrose Crt. Call Elma, 250-3741750, or go to www. interiorauthorsgroup.ca. M&M Social Time for Ladies in Clearwater meets the last Sunday of the month at the Wells Gray Inn at 1 p.m. Call 250-587-6503.
Tuesday afternoon cribbage takes place at 1:30 p.m. at McArthur Park Lawn Bowling clubhouse, next to Norbrock Stadium. Come for crib, coffee and good-company. Free parking. Call 250579-0228, 250-579-8259 or 250-376-0917. Kiwanis Club of Kamloops welcomes new members every Thursday at 5:30 p.m. at the Ramada Inn, 555W Columbia St. Call 250372-3660. Enjoy walking? Join the Hearts in Motion Walking Club every Tuesday and Thursday at the food court in Aberdeen Mall at 8:30 a.m. Yearly cost is $10. All money raised goes to the Heart and Stroke Foundation. Everyone is welcome. Call Sharon, 250-374-0688. Wells Gray Country Seniors Society meets first Wednesday of each month, except July and August, 10 a.m. at the Seniors’ Drop In Centre, Dutch Lake Community Centre; Third Sunday Social at 12:30 p.m. at Wells Gray Inn all year long; Writers' Circle, 2 p.m. at the Clearwater Library on first and third Thursdays; Book Club also at the library at 2 p.m. on the last Thursday of each month. Contacts: Eileen at 250-674-2400 or Evelyn at 250-6743688.
Kamloops Ostomy Support Group meets the first Thursday of every month from 7 p.m. to 8:30 p.m. (except July and August). This is a group for ostomates and their support persons. Enhance your quality of life through interaction with others who live with an ostomy. FMI call 250819-0945. Chronic Pain Association of Kamloops meets the last Wednesday of each month at noon at People In Motion, 182B Tranquille Rd., for resources, support and fellowship. Parking in back. Call Ashley at 778257-1986 or email ash. westen@gmail.com. 55+ Kamloops Senior Swimmers meet Mondays and Wednesdays, 8 to 9 a.m. at the YMCA/YWCA. Call Elizabeth, 250-573-2818. Simply the Best Thrift Store is open Monday to Saturday 9:30 a.m. to 4 p.m. at 662 Seymour St., home of the clothing and footwear bag sale! The Kamloops Parkinson Awareness Group meets the third Wednesday of each month from Sept. to June, at Desert Gardens, 540 Seymour Street — 1:00 p.m. For more information contact Rendy at 250-374-0798. Army Navy & Airforce Veterans in Canada - Unit 290.
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We are a non-profit organization dedicated to helping veterans and the community. We are located at #9-177 Tranquille Rd. Contact information: 250-5542455. We still have our Tuesday night free bingo starting at 4:30 p.m. and our Wednesday darts starting at 1:30 p.m. We have our karaoke on Friday nights at 7:30 p.m. and on the weekends we have our meat draws on Saturdays and Sundays at 3 p.m.
The Kamloops Chapter of the Kidney Foundation: A group of dedicated volunteers who try to make a difference in the lives of renal patients. Through our parent organization, the Kidney Foundation of Canada B.C. and Yukon Branch, programs and services designed to improve the lives of those living with kidney disease are made available as well as raising awareness about organ donation and supporting innovative research on kidney disease. Call Linda at 250-579-2274.
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Taking the profit out of crime is what the Civil Forfeiture Office (CFO) has been doing for ten years now. The CFO works closely with police agencies and its Ministry of Justice partners to use funds that have come from seizures of crime related property to enhance the safety of communities throughout the province. This program has distributed over $20 million dollars in crime prevention grants. Funds have been distributed to organizations across the province. In fact, a drug trafficker once used B.C.’s only BMW police car; the car was given in support of the End Gang Life initiative.
Different laws, such as the Criminal Code and the Controlled Drugs and Substances Act, authorize police in B.C. to confiscate crime related property. The police may refer their files to the CFO who will assess each file and use the civil courts or an administrative process to seek the forfeiture of the property Once forfeiture is obtained, the property can be sold and the proceeds deposited to the CFO account. The CFO is self-funding and covers the costs of operating the program. Funds are distributed in the form of crime prevention grants to community organizations that address issues of
violence against women, youth crime, human trafficking and sexual exploitation. Applications for funding are made through the Civil Forfeiture Grant program and are reviewed and managed by the Community Safety and Crime Prevention Branch. In 2015, the B.C. government provided over $5 million dollars in civil forfeiture grants to 220 crime prevention projects, many of which are in support of the Violence Free B.C. Strategy. Funding focus has also been on youth crime prevention, restorative justice, police education, and training and specialized crime prevention equipment.
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Thompson Valley Orchestra launches its new season this fall with exciting guests, Beyond Brass, in their first concert, Autumn Hues, on Sat. Nov. 7, 2015 at Calvary Community Church. TVO’s guest group, Beyond Brass, (formerly The Kamloops Big Band), with leader Ken McClelland will present a variety of brass and band inspired selections. TVO will join the mood with numbers such as Guys and Dolls, as well as more reflective music, such as soundtrack selections from Apollo 13 and The Band of Brothers, in tribute to upcoming Remembrance Day holiday. To end the concert, the two
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Kamloops Artists Fine Arts Show and Sale on Nov. 20, 21 and 22. It will take place at the Japanese Cultural Centre, Vernon Ave. There will be original paintings by local Kamloops artists and boutique items. Free admission and draw. The show will run 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. daily.
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Nov. 1 at 2 a.m. Remember to turn your clocks back one hour!
Please join us on Sunday, Nov. 22 for the Riverbend and Mayfair Christmas Bazaar and Tea. From noon to 4 p.m. come to 760 Mayfair St. The Tea Room opens at 1:30 p.m. and there will be home baking, sewing, etc. There will also be a silent auction. Rock ‘N Roll Into Winter dance at the Eagles on Nov. 21, 7 p.m. to 11 p.m. Cost is $15 per person. Music will be provided by Strange Brew. Tickets are available at 755 Tranquille Rd. The deadline for purchasing tickets is Nov. 18. Remembrance Day Memories at St. Paul’s Cathedral. Join us for a delicious dinner, followed by Songs and Stories from the War Years. All are welcome, Sunday, Nov. 8 at 5 p.m. Adult admission is $12, children are $5 and family tickets are $35. For tickets please call Trish at 250-374-1484, the Cathedral office at 250-372-3912, or Roger at 250-374-2316. Christmas Craft & Bake Sale, Saturday Nov. 14, 9 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. Handmade painted stones, wooden toys, homemade crafts and baking are all available. Lunch and refreshments will also be available. Please visit the Lord of Life Lutheran Church, 2481 Sunset Dr. Westsyde Annual Huge, HomeBased Business & Craft Fair on Saturday, Nov. 14. The event will take place between 10 a.m. and 3 p.m. in the Westsyde Fellowship Church ar 2833 Westsyde Rd. Meet the B.C. Ombudsperson on Thursday, Nov. 5, 3 p.m. to 4 p.m. British Columbia Ombudsperson Jay Chalke is presenting an overview of his office’s role and its investigative reports that impact seniors. As an independent statutory office of the provincial legislature, the office of the Ombudsperson impartially investigates complaints about unfair administrative actions in more than 2,800 B.C. public authorities. These services are provided free of charge. The visit will take place
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at the Centre for Seniors Information in the Brock Shopping Centre. Do you like to discover new things and enjoy new experiences? The Kamloops Adult Learners may be a group for you. KALS offers daytime classes for adults on a wide range of subjects – from science and history to literature and public affairs. Check the website at www.kals.ca to see the entire list of courses. There are no exams, no deadline and no pressure. The following one-session courses start in November and are not full yet: Nov. 4 - Chemistry at the Big Little Science Centre (Have fun exploring and learn by doing), Nov 12 - Changes in Our Lifetime and a Look into the Future, Nov 17 - Wills and Estate Planning and Nov 19 - Mennonite History. Register for courses by contacting the KALS office by email at info@kals.ca or by phone at 250-819-5153 on Monday mornings or Thursday afternoons, or leave a message for a call-back. The Fraternal Order of Eagles is having a Halloween Dance featuring Impersonator Aaron Halliday as Alan Jackson. The Dance starts at 7 p.m. and runs until 11 p.m. The cost for a fun filled evening is $15 per person and snacks are included. There will be prizes for the best three costumes. Spend an evening of great music at the Eagles Club. Tickets can be purchased at 755 Tranquille Rd. For more information call 250-376-4633. A Winter Tea, hosted by Mount Paul United Church Women, Sensational Soups & Community Kitchens: Saturday Nov. 21, from 2 p.m. to 3:30 p.m. It will take place
at Mount Paul United Church, 140 Laburnum St. (North Shore). Enjoy some refreshments, home baking, crafts and a White Elephant Table. This is a scent free event. Side of Beef raffle draw on Dec. 12. First prize: side of beef. Second prize: $100. Third prize: $50. Tickets are $2 and are available at the Fraternal Order of Eagles, 755 Tranquille Rd. Proceeds to local charity. The Thompson Valley Activity and Social Club presents “Let’s Dance,” on Nov.14. Hosted at the Kamloops Curling Club, 700 Victoria St., the dance will run 8 p.m. to midnight. Music will be provided by Mr. Bob King and tickets are $30 or $20 for non-members. This includes dinner and dance. Please contact Zonia at 250-372-0091, Franscoise at 250-3723782 or Ed at 250-374-2774 for more information. The Third Annual Beattie School of the Arts Huge Craft, Bake & Home Based Business Fair will take place Saturday, Nov.21, 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. With room for over 125 fabulous vendors, you can visit 1390 9th Ave. (Near the Sagebrush Theatre). Admission is by donation and there will be a concession, bake sale, draws and so much more. Please plan to come and support Beattie School of the Arts PAC. If you are an interested vendor, the cost per space is $35. Contact Jacki at avonjacki@gmail.com for a registration package. Margit Sky Project (Margit Bull & Rod Bandura from Kamloops) Nov. 21 at the Barnhartvale Coffee House. Doors open at 7 p.m. and live music
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starts at 7:30 p.m. Thank you for supporting live music. Fall/Christmas Bake Sale at the Holy Trinity Ukrainian Catholic Church, 109 Tranquille Rd, on Saturday, Nov. 7. The sale will take place between 10 a.m. and noon. Fall Fair at Kamloops United Church: Nov. 14, 10 a.m. to 3 p.m., visit the Kamloops United Church for their much anticipated event, hosting a variety of vendors. There will be baking, jewelry, custom items, james, mixes, yard good, knitting, etc. There is no admission charge and you will be entered in the draw for hourly door prizes. There is wheelchair access by the back lane. There is free parking available on Saturday at the old Daily News lot. For all Royal Inland Hospital Retirees our “Christmas Luncheon” is Friday, Dec. 4, 11 a.m. to 1:30 p.m., at CeCe’s Kitchen, 1835 Rogers Way. RSVP is by Nov. 30. Call Marnie at 250-828-2724. “Christmas at the Courthouse – A Dickens Christmas” will be held Nov. 28 and 29, 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. at the Old Courthouse, 7 West Seymour St. Beautifully decorated for the holidays with three floors of unique fine art and craft by juried vendors, this is a premiere Christmas show. The old Courthouse will be alive with music, costumed strolling singers, face painting for the children, Christmas goodies and treats. Mr. Fezziwig’s café will provide a light lunch and beverages. Gift basket door prize by donation at the door. Free parking at BC Lotteries, handicap accessible. Visit:kamloopscourthousegallery.ca. Seafood Meat Draw, Saturday, Nov. 7 at 3 p.m. Everyone is welcome to the Eagles Club, 755 Tranquille Rd. Family Caregiver Series: Free Alzheimer Society of B.C. workshop on understanding dementia, communication and behaviour as well as information on self-care for the caregiver and personal planning. Saturday Nov. 14, 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. at the Alzheimer Society of B.C. Resource Centre, Suite 405 235 – 1st Ave. Pre-registration is required. Contact: Tara Hildebrand 250-377-8200, toll free: 1-800-886-6946, or thildebrand@ alzheimerbc.org.
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